Mercury 4 4-Stroke Manual page 32

8. If engine is cold, completely pull out the choke. Push in the choke halfway as the engine is warming up. Push
in completely after engine is warmed up.
NOTE: Starting Flooded Engine - Push in the choke knob. Wait 30 seconds, then continue to crank engine for
starting.
9. Pull the starter rope slowly until you feel the starter engage, then pull rapidly to crank the engine. Allow rope
to return slowly. Repeat until engine starts.
10. Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole.
IMPORTANT: If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole, stop engine and check cooling water
intake for obstruction. No obstruction may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system. These
conditions will cause the engine to overheat. Have the outboard checked by your dealer. Operating the engine
while overheated may cause serious engine damage.
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